According to police reports, a 66-year-old man from Strafford, Vermont, was charged with violating an abuse prevention order on April 6, 2026. Vermont State Police say they received a report of the violation shortly after noon on April 7, prompting an investigation.
Troopers from the Royalton Barracks determined that Keith Billian had breached court-ordered conditions associated with the prevention order on the previous day. As a result of their findings, police issued Billian a criminal citation.
He is scheduled to appear in the Orange Criminal Division of Vermont Superior Court on April 8, 2026, at 12:30 p.m. According to the report, the court date and time are subject to change, and individuals are encouraged to verify the details with the court clerk prior to the arraignment.
These allegations represent the initial stages of the legal process, and further developments may occur as the case proceeds through the judicial system.
Source: Vermont State Police press release, view original report. This Vermont strafford cited story highlights important developments. The Vermont strafford cited situation continues to develop. The Vermont strafford cited situation continues to develop.
Legal Disclaimer: All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Court dates and charges are subject to change. This report is based on information provided by law enforcement and may be updated as more details become available.
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Source: Vermont State Police
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Last modified: April 7, 2026
